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Listening and Speaking
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
Recently,a new kind of tourism has sprung (出现) up in China.Called “special forces (特种兵) style tourism”,this new kind of tourism is mainly about visiting many places of interest in a short period,most often on weekends.Most of these visitors are college students.
Yu Yinghua,a college student in Shanghai,is one of them.The 22-year-old started the “special forces style tourism” in March after she was attracted by such experiences of some travel bloggers.“After staying a long time at school,I’m hungry to take trips in my spare time,” said Yu.“Now it’s time!Spring has come and we can go out to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.”
Most of her trips were inspired by understanding from her daily life,such as a place mentioned in a chat with friends.But by making every destination in the city,she was able to find a lot of information and learn more about these sites.That would help her save time when traveling on-site and enjoy the sites better.
Unlike Yu who traveled in nearby cities,Chen Junjun,a doctoral student in Shanghai likes to travel far to get rid of academic stress.In April,the 24-year-old took a two-day trip to Xi’an,Shaanxi Province.During her trip,she visited all the scenic sites in the city.“With many academic responsibilities,such a trip can bring color to my life,” said Chen.
Even so,the 24-year-old added that such tourism is not suitable for everyone.Chen said that it’s labor-consuming (耗费体力的) as visitors have to visit as many sites as possible in a short period.To some degree such trips are not as flexible (灵活的) as days-long trips in which you can change your plan as you like.“Thus,a great deal of energy and a calm mind are needed for this kind of tourism,” said Chen.
1.What do we know about Yu Yinghua?
A.She was hungry in her travel.
B.She only visited one site in a trip.
C.She used to serve in special forces.
D.She made a travel plan in advance carefully.
2.Why does Chen Junjun choose special forces style tourism?
A.To use up her energy.
B.To paint some colorful drawings.
C.To reduce her study pressure.
D.To take some academic responsibilities.
3.Which of the following describes the feature of special forces style tourism?
A.Stressful. B.Time-consuming.
C.Frightening. D.Money-consuming.
4.Where is the text most probably taken from?
A.A travel guidebook.
B.A report on special forces.
C.A guidebook to a city.
D.An introduction to a travel style.
B
There are many reasons why people traveled far away.Some travelers may simply satisfy their curiosity.Until recently,however,travelers started their journey for reasons other than only curiosity.The travelers’ accounts give much information on these foreign lands,local cultures and histories.
Records of foreign travel appeared soon after the invention of writing,and fragmentary (碎片) travel accounts appeared in both Mesopotamia and Egypt in ancient times.These travel accounts caught great attention from rulers desiring useful knowledge about their realms (领土).The Chinese envoy Zhang Qian was a good example.
From about 500 to 1500 CE,trade and pilgrimage (朝圣) became major causes for travel to foreign lands.While Muslim businessmen set out in search of trade opportunities and profit throughout much of the eastern part,Muslims traveled as pilgrims to Mecca to visit the holy sites of Islam.Thousands of written accounts have related their experiences.
After the 12th century,businessmen,pilgrims,and missionaries (传教士) from Europe traveled widely and left numerous travel accounts,of which Marco Polo’s description of his travels in China is the best known.European explorers,conquerors,merchants,and missionaries took the center stage during the early modern era(about 1500 to 1800 CE).During this period,European printing presses printed thousands of travel accounts for readers who are curious about the larger world.
During the 19th century,European travelers made their way to the centre of Africa and America.Meanwhile,European colonial governments devoted numerous writings to the societies of their colonial subjects,particularly in Asian and African colonies they set up.By mid-century,attention was flowing also in the other direction.Aware of the military and technological strength of European and Euro-American societies,Asian travelers in particular visited Europe and the United States in the hope of discovering principles useful for their own societies.Among these travelers who made use of their overseas experiences in their own writings were the Japanese reformer Fukuzawa Yukichi and the Chinese revolutionary Sun Yat-sen.
With the development of means of transportation,the 20th century saw explosions both in the frequency of long-distance travel and in the volume of travel writing.Mass tourism has become a major form of consumption for people.A unique form of the travel account appeared to satisfy these tourists:the guidebook,which offered advice on food,hotels,shopping,and the sights that visitors should not miss.
5.Why did most people travel in the early days?
A.For business.
B.For writing travel books.
C.For knowing other people and countries.
D.For studying their own cultures.
6.Why were the rulers interested in these travel stories?
A.Because the accounts are often true.
B.Because reading travel stories was popular.
C.Because travel books played an important role in history.
D.Because they wanted knowledge of their empire.
7.During the modern era,a large number of travel books were published to .
A.explore new business opportunities
B.meet the public’s interests
C.keep a record of the world
D.encourage trips to the new world
8.What is the main theme of the passage?
A.The historical importance of travel books.
B.The production of travel books.
C.The development of travel books.
D.The literary status of travel books.
Ⅱ.七选五
With gas prices rising and airport security lines snaking longer than ever,why not book your next domestic vacation on a train?Compared to other alternatives,it’s comfortable and relaxing.Here is some advice on how to make a trip by rail as pleasant as possible.
Plan ahead. Most long-distance trains,especially the sleeping car accommodations,sell out very quickly. 1 But no matter when you travel,it’s a good idea to make your reservations at least 90 days in advance.
Use a travel agent. Consider turning your travel plan over to a travel agent and letting him double-check all the details,make suggestions,and then handle the actual reservations.A good one can sometimes find you discounted tickets. 2 Then you won’t have to walk through several cars on a moving train three times a day for your meals.
Bring a blanket.When you’re riding on trains,you won’t be provided with a blanket for free,even if your trip is an overnight one. 3 In the summer in particular,the air conditioning can make them quite cold.
Arrive early. Most trains operate just once a day and some run only three times a week,so missing yours can be a disaster. 4 Note:The times listed on the schedules are departure times,not arrival times.
Have fun. 5 Read a book,knit,do a crossword puzzle,or simply watch the world unfold outside the window.To calculate your speed as you do,divide 3,600(the number of seconds in an hour)by the number of seconds it takes you to travel one mile(the distance between two mileposts).If it takes the train 53 seconds to travel one mile,you’re going 67.92 mph.
A.Train trips aren’t for impatient types.
B.You’ll have views from both sides of the train.
C.The temperature on rail cars is often hard to control.
D.That’s particularly true during busy summer months.
E.You might have to wait longer than 24 hours to catch the next one.
F.Chances are that the cost will be a lot less than the cost of one bedroom.
G.He may also book you in a sleeping car that’s right next to the diner.
Ⅲ.完形填空
I embarked on an overnight bus journey from Kolhapur to Aurangabad in India.The bus—an ordinary,non-air-conditioned one—was more than 1 .All 55 seats were taken and there were some 20 people 2 in the aisle(过道).The hot day 3 the discomfort of the 10-hour journey.Because I was travelling on a student bus pass I had no choice but to stand.
After approximately two extended hours,I was wet with 4 in the noise of the bus.I suddenly 5 a hand tapping my hand,asking for 6 .Turning around,I found a middle-aged man with a smile looking up at me.He stood up and said I could take his 7 for a little while.I was pleasantly 8 and immediately accepted his offer,my entire body feeling a sense of relief.And the man just stood next to me,looking around.After about 20 minutes,I signaled him to 9 his space.Another man,who was sitting by the window on the other side of the bus,had observed our 10 .
Just then,something 11 happened.Our observer stood up and offered his seat to another standing man.All of a sudden,we had unexpectedly caused a chain reaction:almost all the standees got a(n) 12 to be seated.More surprisingly,people even started chatting with each other while exchanging their positions,and soon began sharing jokes.Needless to say,the rest of the journey was quite 13 .
The bus reached its destination the next morning.I stood in the early morning light,waving goodbye to the groups,who went their separate routines.But this extraordinary experience has stayed with me after all the years.I am always 14 of an important life lesson—that we can all 15 what we have,including our burdens,and help our co-passengers in the journey of life.
1.A.narrowed B.packed C.advanced D.delayed
2.A.standing B.sitting C.lying D.moving
3.A.applied for B.made up C.added to D.worked out
4.A.rain B.water C.tears D.sweat
5.A.gave B.held C.supplied D.sensed
6.A.company B.help C.contact D.attention
7.A.advice B.seat C.hand D.instruction
8.A.frightened B.surprised C.awkward D.confident
9.A.take back B.set up C.cut in D.give out
10.A.adventure B.conversation C.deal D.exchange
11.A.confusing B.powerful C.magical D.positive
12.A.challenge B.goal C.arrangement D.chance
13.A.enjoyable B.glorious C.shocking D.admirable
14.A.warned B.reminded C.freed D.affected
15.A.throw B.deliver C.share D.track
参考答案
Ⅰ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要介绍了一种近年来在中国大学生中兴起的新型旅游方式——特种兵旅游。
1.D 推理判断题。根据文章第三段可知,Yu Yinghua在旅游时会事先仔细地制定一个旅行计划。故选D项。
2.C 细节理解题。根据文章第四段中“Unlike Yu who traveled in nearby cities,Chen Junjun,a doctoral student in Shanghai likes to travel far to get rid of academic stress.”可知,Chen Junjun选择特种兵旅游的原因是想缓解学业带来的压力。
3.A 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段中“Chen said that it’s labor-consuming...needed for this kind of tourism”可知,特种兵旅游对体力要求高,而且要有冷静的头脑。由此可知,这种旅游方式压力大。
4.D 推理判断题。根据文章第一段以及全文内容可知,文章主要介绍了一种新型的旅游方式。
【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨了旅行日志从古代到现代的不断发展变化。
5.C 推理判断题。根据文章第一段可知,早期大多数人旅行是为了满足自己的好奇心,想要了解其他人和其他国家。
6.D 细节理解题。根据文章第二段中“These travel accounts caught great attention from rulers desiring useful knowledge about their realms.”可知,统治者对这些旅行故事感兴趣是希望获得有关他们王国的有用知识。
7.B 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段中“A unique form of the travel account appeared...that visitors should not miss.”可知, 大量游记被印刷出版是为了满足对广阔世界充满好奇的读者的兴趣。
8.C 主旨大意题。根据文章第二段中“Records of foreign travel...in both Mesopotamia and Egypt in ancient times.”、第三段中“While Muslim businessmen...have related their experiences.”、第四段中“After the 12th century...in China is the best known.”、第五段中“During the 19th century...in Asian and African colonies they set up.”以及最后一段中“A unique form of the travel account appeared...should not miss.”可知,文章主要讲述的是旅游日志的发展。
Ⅱ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述一些使坐火车旅行尽可能愉快的建议。
1.D 根据上文“Plan ahead.Most long-distance trains,especially the sleeping car accommodations,sell out very quickly.”以及下文“But no matter when you travel,it’s a good idea to make your reservations at least 90 days in advance.”可知,大多数长途火车的卧铺很容易被订完,所以要提前安排预订。D项“在繁忙的夏季尤其如此。”符合语境,D项中“busy summer months”与上下文呼应,说明忙碌的夏季尤其需要提前计划。
2.G 根据上文“A good one can sometimes find you discounted tickets.”以及下文“Then you won’t have to walk through several cars on a moving train three times a day for your meals.”可知,好的旅行社帮你预订,不仅可以找到打折的票,还可以节省从卧铺到餐车的距离。G项中“book you in a sleeping car that’s right next to the diner”与上下文对应,因此推断G项“他可能还会给你预订餐厅旁边的卧铺车厢。”符合语境。
3.C 根据上文“When you’re riding on trains,you won’t be provided with a blanket for free,even if your trip is an overnight one.”以及下文“In the summer in particular,the air conditioning can make them quite cold.”可知,这里提到了车厢内温度的问题,提醒乘客最好自备毛毯。C项中“The temperature on rail cars”与上下文对应,因此推断C项“列车车厢上的温度通常很难控制。”符合语境。
4.E 根据上文“Most trains operate just once a day and some run only three times a week,so missing yours can be a disaster.”以及下文“Note:The times listed on the schedules are departure times,not arrival times.”可知,本段提醒要提前安排时间,错过时间是很麻烦的事情。E项中“You might have to wait longer”与上下文对应,说明错过火车导致的结果,因此推断E项“你可能要等上超过24小时才能赶上下一班。”符合语境。
5.A 根据上文“Have fun.”以及下文“To calculate your speed...travel one mile(the distance between two mileposts).”可知,本段讲述如何度过乘车时间。A项中讲到火车旅行不适合没有耐心的人与下文要计算时间、用不同的方式打发时间对应,符合语境。
Ⅲ.【语篇解读】本文是一篇夹叙夹议文。文章主要讲述了作者在一次乘坐夜间巴士旅行的途中发生的美妙故事,有座位的乘客与没有座位的乘客交换坐下,旅途变得充满欢笑,这也让作者意识到分享的意义。
1.B 根据后文“All 55 seats were taken and there were some 20 people in the aisle.”可知,车上挤满了人,非常拥挤。故选B项。
2.A 根据句中的“All 55 seats were taken”可知,所有55个座位被占满了,所以还有大约20人站在过道上。故选A项。
3.C apply for申请;make up化妆,编造;add to增添,使增加;work out计算出。根据前文“The bus—an ordinary,non-air-conditioned one—was more than .”可知,车上非常拥挤且没有空调,而炎热的天气又增加了旅程的不适感。
4.D 根据前文中的“non-air-conditioned one”和“The hot day”以及空前的“wet”可知,车里没有空调,天气又非常炎热,所以作者被汗水浸透了。
5.D 根据空后的“a hand tapping my hand”可知,作者应该是感觉到有人在轻拍自己的手。故选D项。
6.D 根据后文“Turning around,I found a middle-aged man with a smile looking up at me.He stood up and said I could take his for a little while.”可知,这位中年男子拍作者的手应该是要引起作者的注意,以便说出自己的想法。故选D项。
7.B 根据后文“immediately accepted his offer,my entire body feeling a sense of relief”可知,作者坐在了这位男子的座位上。故选B项。
8.B 根据后文“my entire body feeling a sense of relief”可知,作者应该是感到惊喜的。根据前文“He stood up and said I could take his for a little while.”可知,素未相识的男子主动邀请作者坐一会儿他的座位,作者应是非常惊喜的。故选B项。
9.A take back收回;set up创建,安排;cut in插嘴;give out用完,放出(热、光等)。根据前文“I could take his for a little while”和“accepted his offer”可知,作者接受了那位男士的好意,所以此处是说在大约20分钟之后,作者让那位男士收回他的座位。故选A项。
10.D 根据前文“He stood up and said I could take his for a little while.”以及“After about 20 minutes,I signaled him to his space.”可知,那位男士将座位让给作者坐了一会儿,然后作者20分钟之后将座位还给了那位男士,这是一种交换。
11.C 根据后文“Our observer stood up...got a(n) to be seated.”可知,作者和那位男士交换坐座位引发了其他人也这么做,这是一件神奇的事情。
12.D 根据空前的“the standees got a(n)”和空后的“to be seated”可知,在作者他们的影响下,那些坐着的人与站着的人也交换起来,站着的人有机会坐下来。
13.A 根据前文“people even started chatting with each other while exchanging their positions,and soon began sharing jokes”可知,车上的人们在交换位置的同时开始聊天和分享笑话,所以接下来的旅程是愉快的。
14.B 根据前文“But this extraordinary experience has stayed with me after all the years.”和空后的“of an important life lesson”可知,作者一直铭记这段经历,因为这次经历总使作者想起人生重要的一课。
15.C 根据前文内容和空后的“what we have”可知,那位男士把自己的座位让给作者坐了一会儿,这引发了车内其他人也这么做,这是在分享自己所拥有的东西。
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